From the origin of your lumber to your local lumber supplier and then to your job site, your decking lumber goes through a lot. Every time it’s moved or handled, you can expect each decking board to accrue added dirt, grime, and moisture. We’ve already discussed why sanding should be done after installation, and not […]
Guide to Decking Lumber: When It Gets to Us
As we discussed in our last post, decking lumber is not a finished product. Sure, it gets to you in a ready-for-installation form, already S4S, E4E, and possibly grooved to allow for a hidden fastener system. But that doesn’t mean it’s pretty. Not yet, anyway. Since the long, tumultuous journey of your decking boards began […]
Guide to Decking Lumber: Where It All Begins
Did you know that decking boards aren’t exactly finished products? They’re not rough-cut lumber, but they’re not finished yet, either. When you purchase decking lumber, it’s typically planed on all 4 faces, a designation abbreviated as “S4S.” They’re also eased on all corners, which is noted by the abbreviation “E4E.” If you’re choosing to use […]
The Truth About Recovering from Shoulder Labral Repair Surgery
When it comes to any kind of labral repair surgery, recovery is typically longer than many patients anticipate. The details of hip labral repair surgery are different than those relating to shoulder labral repair. Going in armed with knowledge and realistic expectations is probably the best way to truly set yourself up for success. Labrum […]
3 Ways To Spend Your Baby Dollars Wisely
The cost of raising a child can be staggering for first-time parents. Of course, marketers are experts at getting new parents to quell mommy guilt and daddy guilt by purchasing every baby item on the market. Of course, you want to give them the best life has to offer, better than you ever had, etc., […]
Can You Love the Planet & Love Lumber, Too?
Actually, if you love the planet, one thing you can do to show it and benefit the global ecosystem is — wait for it — to buy lumber. Yes, I’m serious. The clear-cutting loggers are a thing of the past, as well as a caricatured version of reality. Actually, it’s more like a fun house […]
3 New Airsight Cameras by X10
Three new X10 Airsight Cameras have hit the market, making high-tech solutions even more affordable than they’ve ever been! X10 LI2 Wireless HD IP Stick Camera and its twin little sisters, the LQ2 Wireless HD IP Ball Camera in White and Black, provide an amazing number of features packed into their little cases and even […]
Common Questions Regarding Hardwood Plywood
Compared to our more than two hundred years history with the global solid hardwood market, J. Gibson McIlvain lumber company (www.mcilvain.com) is still a bit of a rookie when it comes to hardwood plywood. There are some benefits to being new in a specific niche, though; one of those perks is that you think through […]
Is Barefoot Running Good for You?
Barefoot running is becoming increasingly popular among runners, beginners and veterans alike. More competitive and casual runners than ever before are opting to run sans shoes, and the question of whether shoes are beneficial to athletes has the running community very divided. While the supporters of the barefoot running movement are numerous, its opponents also […]
eMinistry and a Post-Election Faith Check
While many Americans are hopeful of an upward trend in the economy, others aren’t so sure. Whether you’re encouraged or frustrated by the results of the presidential election, one thing is certain: The King of Kings has not abandoned His throne. His reign is eternal, and He ultimately oversees the affairs of our universe, our […]